Web finds: how to stain an Ikea boutcher block counter

I love ikea. It's great store and it has great product for a great price.

But what I really love is Ikea hacks. it's amazing how some small changes can transform something great into something even better.

So check this tutorial out at Stillwater Story.

They stained the typical ikea boutcher block with a dark stain. And it looks amazing

What do you think?

Did you ever try your own Ikea hack? Let me hear about it

Wallpaper of the Week: Louise Body

Check out these amazing wallpapers by Louise Body
Very original!

find out more at http://www.louisebodywallprint.com/

more patios!!

source: selectic

source: apartment therapy

source: Desire to Inspire.



source: apartment therapy

A little bit of inspiration: patio chic pt 1

I recently had my garage demolished. It was old, falling apart and taking all the space in our backyard. Now I have a decent space to do a patio. I want a really modern urban garden. Here is some of my inspiration.

A little bit of inspiration: brick backsplash

love the industrial but old look of this kitchen but my main inspiration here is the kitchen backsplash. Love the texture it gives to the wall and the fact that it goes all the way to the ceiling.

Wallpaper of the Week: pink chic!

This wallpaper from Graham & Brown is simply amazing. So chic! So pink!

Love the whole interior by Decor Demon. Check more pics here and get the wallpaper here

A little bit of inspiration: green door

Love the bright green door in this interior. Seems like a great way to add a punch of color to a room.

source: desiretoinspire.net

A little bit of inspiration: something old, something new

Love this bathroom. I really like the mix of old and modern. The stainless steel bowl on the old wood table looks amazing! Great inspiration

Beautiful wall art by Amy Butler

Searching for new wallpapers to featured, I stumbled upon the gorgeous wall art of Amy Butler. Love the vintage look and the mix of colors. The prints are available at Art that fits

Squint

I recently stumble on Decor8 on this great company called Squint. Their upholstery are simply amazing, true work of arts. Love their patchwork of fabric and colors. A true inspiration!

I have a antique Louis XV chaise that needs a little bit of love. The fabric has beens a little bit to much loved by my 2 cats and their claws. I think the patchwork look of Squint could be a great look for my chaise. What do you think?

Wallpaper of the Week: Selina Rose

This wallpaper was created by Selina Rose. She is better known for her felt rugs but I couldn't resist showcasing this fun wallpaper. The gray one would look great in my black and white house.

A little bit of inspiration: wallpaper headboard

As the renovation in my house advance, I am thinking now of decorating my bedroom. This room is just the inspiration I need it. Love the black wallpapered wall with the white trim. I also like the duvet cover. My version of this room would be a little bit more modern with some clear acrylics side tables, modern lamps and a little less pillows. What do you think?

images sources: http://www.centsationalgirl.com/

via Decorpad

A little bit of inspiration: living etc.

Wish I had an unlimited budget and that I could get that lamp. It's gorgeous

source: Living Etc.

nursery moodboard

Well today is my due date and so far no baby on the way.

We have been working hard on our nursery and it's getting close to completion.

I can't wait to share it with you. Lots of DIY in this room with our very own gulliver crib hack.

I'll post photos as soon as it is done.

For now, I wanted to share with you the mood board of the room. Lots of green, lots of white, lots of silver. There are still some things to figure out, like big sheepskin rug or grey cowhide rug? Tell me what you think?

Wallpaper ideas!

Here are some great ideas on how to use wallpapers in a different way.

First, in the staircase... quite cute!!

then, on the switch plate

2 cute ideas to put more wallpaper on our home

A little bit of inspiration: feels like spring bedroom

Spring is fast approaching and this room feels fresh and colorful like the upcoming season.

I really like the fact that everything is white, floors, walls and furniture but that it still feels colorful with all the great fabrics. I'm a bit afraid of color myself in my decor so this is a great way to add color without being stuck with forever. I particularly like the window treatment and I think I will used these blind in the nursery. What do you think?

image source: apartment therapy

Wallpaper of the week: Studio Violet

Studio Violet is a cute little studio base in Sweden. They have just released this great wallpaper with all their different characters. The wallpaper is available at Nommo, here.
If you like their style, I strongly recommend you take a look at their own website.
There you can find their artwork and different products like stamps and postcards.
I really like that Mr. Moustache, he looks so proud.

Wallpaper of the week: Emily Marie for Hygge & West 2

Here is another cute wallpaper from Emily Marie for Hygge & West.
Love the warm colors. I think that this wallpaper could fit anywhere, a not only a kid's room. It just brings a little bit of joy to any space.
Available here

My house is old (85 years old to be exact) and the windows were changed in the 70's. They need to be changed again because they are ugly, rusty and falling apart. So I have been looking at window options. I love the windows in this picture found on Desire to Inspire. They are beautiful ! Wish I could put windows like this in my house.

Wallpaper of the week: Ashkahn Shahparnia

Spring is just around the corner and for me in Montreal, this means no more snow but a bit of rain. How about a little bit of rain on your walls too?
Check out this rainy wallpaper by Ashkahn Shahparnia available at Studio Nommo.